Spring 2007/Pasadena
OT506
Galán
OT506: EXEGESIS DEL ANTIGUO TESTAMENTO: AMOS [OT Exegesis: Amos].
Benjamín Galán.
DESCRIPTION: This course, taught in Spanish, will focus on the Hebrew text of
the book of Amos. We will study the historical, social and cultural background
of the book. We will analyze the forms and function of the prophetic oracles
within the literary and theological context of the minor prophets. To this end,
we will apply different exegetical methods.
LEARNING OUTCOMES: This course will enable students to (1) hone their
knowledge of basic Hebrew; (2) understand the exegetical process for
interpreting OT texts; (3) read the text of Amos as Scripture and literature;
(4) become acquainted with the possible historical, social and cultural
background of the book and the larger prophetic corpus and background; (5) read
this section of the Scriptures from distinctive Latino(a) perspectives; (6)
continue to improve their use of the Bible in ministry.
RELEVANCE FOR MINISTRY: The "art" of biblical interpretation is fundamental
for sound preaching and teaching in ecclesiastical and educational settings.
Careful attention to the message of the prophets, in particular that of the
prophet Amos, impacts one's life and ministry in ways unique to them. In
addition, understanding the message of the prophets will enhance the students'
ability to exegete and discern today's context prophetically.
COURSE FORMAT: This course will meet twice weekly for two-hour sessions.
Sessions will involve prepared exegetical translations, discussions and
lectures.
REQUIRED READING:
- Abrego de Lacy, J. M. Los libros proféticos. IEB 4.
Estella: Editorial Verbo Divino, 2003.
- Botta, Alejandro F. Los doce profetas menores. Minneapolis: Augsburg
Fortress, 2006.
- Elliger, Karl and Wilhelm Rudolph, eds. Biblia Hebraica
Stuttgartensia. Stuttgart: Deutsche Bibelgesellschaft, 1990.
- Padilla, Washington. Amos y Abdías. CBH. Miami: Editorial
Caribe, 1993.
- Sicre, José L. Con los pobres de la tierra: La justicia social en
los profetas de Israel. Madrid: Ediciones Cristiandad, 1984.
- Weems, Renita J. Amor maltratado. Matrimonio, sexo y violencia en los
profetas hebreos. Bilbao: Editorial Desclée De Brouwer, 1997.
- See the Biblical Division bibliography "Linguistic and Exegetical Books Required in the Master of Divinity Program" available in the SOT
Academic Advising office.
RECOMMENDED READING:
- Andersen, F. I., and D. N. Freedman. Amos.. AB 24A.
Doubleday, 1989.
- Matthews, V. Social World of the Hebrew Prophets. Hendrickson,
2001.
- Paul, S. A. Commentary on the Book of Amos. Hermeneia 27. Fortress,
1991.
- Sweeney, M. A. The Twelve Prophets. Vol. 1. Liturgical Press,
2000.
- Wolff, H. W. Joel and Amos. Hermeneia 24. Trans. W. Janzen et al.
Fortress, 1977.
ASSIGNMENTS:
- Students are expected to be present at all class sessions.
- Before each class session students should have (a) completed all assigned
readings, (b) translated the biblical passages to be exegeted, (c)
prepared an exegetical handout that reflects their linguistic and rhetorical
analysis of the texts (30%).
- Exegetical paper on a specific Hebrew text including a one-page ministry
application (10-12 double-spaced pages plus translation and sermon outline)
(40%).
- Midterm (30%).
PREREQUISITES: LG502 or equivalent. Spanish.
RELATIONSHIP TO CURRICULUM: Meets MDiv core requirement in Old Testament "c"
(OTCE).
FINAL EXAMINATION: No. We will meet on week 11 for class instead.